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← Subaru Legacy · 1989-1994 · Mk1 BC/BJ

Subaru Legacy Mk1 BC/BJ

Headline trim: 2.0 Turbo — 197 bhp, 0-62 in 7.8s.

Subaru Legacy Mk1 BC/BJ press photo
Verdict
B
BHP
197 bhp
0–60
7.8 s
Top speed
137 mph
MPG
26.0 mpg
Used
£2,000-£8,000

Strengths

  • Original modern Legacy
  • RS Turbo (200 bhp) world record holder
  • Symmetrical AWD

Weaknesses

  • Head gasket
  • Rust
  • Few survive UK

Notable tech

  • BC/BJ platform
  • Saloon and estate bodies
  • EJ20 / EJ22 / EJ25 boxer petrols
  • Symmetrical AWD
  • RS Turbo variant — 200 bhp

Common issues

  • Head gasket on EJ22
  • Rust on sills
  • Rear suspension bushes

Engine derivatives

UK trims and engines offered across Mk1 BC/BJ's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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2.0 EJ20 boxer
BHP113
Torque167 Nm
0–6011.0 s
Top115 mph
MPG30 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT
2.2 EJ22 boxer
BHP134
Torque187 Nm
0–6010.0 s
Top120 mph
MPG30 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT
2.0 RS Turbo
BHP197
Torque270 Nm
0–607.8 s
Top137 mph
MPG26 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT